What: At Picnic in the Cemetery, which happens to be inspired by Toronto’s Mount Pleasant Cemetery, guests will enjoy a combination of classical music written by contemporary composer and artist Njo Kong Kie. Kong Ki’s music has since been interwoven with performance and visual arts elements, creating a distinctive chamber concert meets performance art hybrid.

When: Now until May 6Time: Performance times vary by dayWhere: Canadian Stage (Berkeley), 26 Berkeley StreetPrice: Tickets range from $35 to $69

What: Infinity Mirrors, the dazzling world of Yayoi Kusama is now open at the AGO. During this exhibit, visitors have the opportunity to experience six of Kusama’s most iconic kaleidoscopic environments at once.

When: Now until May 27Time: 10:30 am to 9 pm
Where: The Art Gallery of Ontario, 317, Dundas Street WestPrice: Tickets available online only through the AGO for $30 per person

What: This weekend, you’re invited to experience Yoko Ono’s latest art installation, The Riverbed, at the Gardiner Museum. The Riverbed invites visitors to collaborate with the artist, the museum, and each other, through everyday action and contemplation.

When: Now until June 3Time: All dayWhere: The Gardiner Museum, 111 Queens ParkPrice: Starts at $15 for adults

What: This Friday, transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away, to Ripley’s Aquarium’s first-ever cosplay bash. Guests are invited to celebrate the world of cosplay and dress up as their favourite pop culture characters, enjoy signature cocktails and dance the night away to the sounds of out-of-this-world DJ beats.

What: The first weekend in May, you can enjoy a fun night out for a good cause. Featuring music by The Famly, Luna Li, Mauve Grove, and Hannah Frances & friends with DJ Bianca Lee closing out the night with a SoCa set, this benefit concert will support disaster relief and rebuilding in Dominica.

What: Now in its seventh year, the annual culinary celebration presented by the Toronto Vegetarian Association promotes plant-based eating over a two week period. Participating restaurants, cafes, and bakeries across the GTA will offer multi-course prix-fixe menus and special promotions.

When: May 4 to 21Time: Varies by locationWhere: Restaurants, bakeries, and cafes across TorontoPrice: Price will vary by location

What: The Buy Good. Feel Good Expo returns this month for its fifth edition. Shop Canada’s largest selection of life-changing products and experiences, from fair trade apparel and accessories to organic foods and artisanal home decor.

What: Calling all Potter fans! This month, you can enjoy the Prisoner of Azkaban, the third film in the Harry Potter Series, accompanied by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra as they perform the magical score from the movie all while the film plays in high-definition on a 40 ft. screen.

When: May 16 to 18Time: 7:30 pmWhere: The Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front Street EastPrice: Available online from $49 to $99

What: The Dons of fresh pasta in Toronto are teaming up with the queens of baked goods for this one-night-only event featuring the how-tos of pasta making, a family-style Italian feast, and an interactive dessert.

What: A new touring food fest is rolling into Toronto this month! Presented by IMG and designed by the team behind Taste of Toronto, Tastemaker is a new immersive food festival that will debut at the Evergreen Brickworks this May 18 and 19 before moving on to Chicago later in the summer.

What: Toronto will be hosting a massive K-pop convention this month, to meet the growing demand for the music in the city. Attendees can look forward to performances from the best and brightest local performers from across the country and also exhibit booths and vendors where fans can stock up on K-pop merchandise.

When: May 18 to 20
Time: Varies by day depending on performance schedule
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 225 Front Street WestPrice: Varies by day and what you want to check out

What: Spring Beerfest TO, the festival formerly known as Spring Sessions of Toronto’s Festival of Beer, is set to serve up cold beers, delicious eats, and cottage vibes in Toronto for the May long weekend!

What: Electric Island returns for its sixth annual year with a fresh lineup of local and international DJs. This year, the fun returns to Toronto Island and will be kicking off the new season over May Long weekend.

What: Featuring hundreds of exhibitors from around the world, renowned speakers, and the movers and shakers in the global industry, the Lift & Co. Expo is Canada’s biggest and premiere event for cannabis consumers, industry professionals, investors and media.

What: This paw-sitively adorable festival dubs itself as “the largest outdoor festival for dogs in all of North America,” and boasts that it attracts tens of thousands of dogs and their faithful owners from across the country and the US.

What: Now in its seventh year and happening during Celiac Awareness Month, Gluten Free Garage bills itself as a playground for gluten-free people and offers the chance to discover new brands, try new dishes, and meet fellow foodies.

What: The 2018 Kampai Toronto Festival of Sake promises to showcase more than 150 sakes from 50+ sake breweries along with nibbles from top chefs and restaurants, music, crafts, and an outdoor market stretched along Gristmill Lane.

What: For the first time ever, Toronto will be the place to see the most progressive and distinct Indigenous artists in fashion, craft, and textiles, as part of Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto (IFWTO).

Ainsley is a Staff Writer at Daily Hive. She's a former Vancouverite turned Torontonian who is passionate about avocado toast, aesthetics, and avocado toast aesthetics. Story idea? E-mail her at [email protected]